Mechanical Concepts Flashcards
1
Q
The field of mechanics can be divided into 2 parts, what are they?
A
Statics - The study of the properties of the body at rest.
Dynamics - The study of the properties of the body in motion.
2
Q
Dynamics is sub-divided into what 2 parts?
A
Kinematics - The motion of objects without reference to the forces acting on it.
Kinetics - The motion of objects with reference to the forces acting on it.
3
Q
What is Osteokinematics?
A
Movement of bones.
4
Q
What is Arthrokinematics?
A
Movement of joints.
5
Q
What is meant by Internal forces?
A
Generated by muscles.
6
Q
What is meant by External forces?
A
Gravity, free weights, pushes or pulls by other people/therapists.
